UNO Alumni Award Nominations
The University of Nebraska at Omaha's vibrancy is most evident through the accomplishments of its alumni. The UNO Alumni Association, in partnership with Omaha Athletics for the UNO Athletic Hall of Fame, is proud to honor the exceptional achievements and service of graduates each year. These awards recognize the significant contributions of our alumni to their alma mater, their profession and their community.
Submit your nomination for these prestigious awards by June 1, 2024.
Citation for Alumni Achievement Award
The Citation, inaugurated in 1949, is presented at each UNO commencement. The UNO Alumni Association’s highest honor encompasses career achievement, community service, involvement in business and professional associations, and fidelity to the university.
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Jim Leslie Outstanding Service Award
Established in 1974, Outstanding Service Awards honor faculty, staff, alumni or friends who have shown long, outstanding service to the alumni association and/or university. With this year’s honorees, the list of recipients grows to 120 individuals. The award was renamed the Jim Leslie Outstanding Service Award in 2022 in honor of Jim Leslie, President of the Alumni Association from 1973-2006.
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Young Alumni Achievement Award
Established in 2014, Young Alumni Awards recognize outstanding career achievement, active community involvement or exceptional service to the university by UNO graduates 40 or younger.
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UNO Athletic Hall of Fame
A joint venture of the UNO Alumni Association and UNO Athletics, the UNO Athletic Hall of Fame began in 1975 to recognize former athletes, coaches, administrators and others who have made lasting contributions to Maverick Athletics.
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SUBMIT A UNO ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME NOMINATION